scope:

Scope and Applicability.

The provisions of this instruction apply to all privileged and nonprivileged healthcare providers assigned to the operating forces of the Navy and Marine Corps as identified in enclosure (1).

Purpose.

To update policy, reissue policy, prescribe procedures and assign responsibilities regarding the quality assurance (QA) of health care provided to the operating forces. This instruction is a complete revision and should be reviewed in its entirety. The changes in subparagraphs 1a through 1d have been implemented.

a. Deleted previous enclosures and paragraphs detailing professional qualifications and privileging procedures as they are covered in reference (a).

b. Revised subparagraph 8f to clarify ongoing monitoring of event outcomes.

c. Added four new provider types to enclosure (1).

d. Added nine new screening requirements to enclosure (2) and three new screening requirements to enclosure (3).